Aragonite Sand

About Aragonite Sand When some aquarists say Live Sand, they may actually be referring to Aragonite Sand. Like Live Sand, Aragonite is a calcium based sand that will help buffer the aquarium against swings in pH. The grain size of Aragonite is typically a little bit larger than traditional sugar live sand. Live aquarium sand …

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Marine Live Rock

Marine Live Rock is one of the most important pieces of a modern reef aquarium. Live rock is useful because it provides a place for beneficial bacteria to colonize to help break down harmful waste like ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. Essentially live rock is a part of your filtration. It also serves as refuge for …

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T5 Light Fixtures

With so many T5 Light Fixtures available on the market today it can be difficult to select a light that is best for your aquarium. In this short article, I will outline some basic buying tips to help you select the best t5 light. Buy T5 Light Fixtures You should always shop online for your …

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Tropical Fish Resources

Here are some of the most popular freshwater aquarium forums. It is nice to be able to interact with other users and get comments and advice. Being involved in a live community also keeps you up to date with the latest trends. They are also a great resource for freshwater aquarium product reviews. You will …

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Turbo Snail

The Turbo snail is one of the most popular aquarium snails and is known for eating large amounts of green hair algae. These snails grow much larger than astrea snails and one is recommended per five gallons. If you are suffering from green hair algae, you should consider adding a few turbo snails to your …

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